In the UK, the National Careers Service is a comprehensive online hub where you can assess your skills, explore careers and find courses. Organisations such as the Careers and Enterprise Company train career coaches and provide guidance in schools, and others, including Prospects, offer career guides. However, there are a wealth of resources for young people contemplating their first steps. Sometimes, figuring out where to start is the biggest challenge. But, luckily, economics and the demands of business are on your side: in a tight labour market, companies across various industries are looking for enthusiastic, talented people who can get stuck into fascinating careers. If you are thinking this, you’re not alone. The requirements of the jobs market always appear to be changing, thanks to technological shifts, while application processes can feel inscrutable and building up your skills from a limited foundation looks like an uphill battle. Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.Īt the start your career, entering the world of work may seem daunting.
